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Carolan: Back-to-back medals a boost for Speedy Tigers

Malaysia’s head coach says the third-place finish in the Asian Champions Trophy, following their Asian Games silver, is encouraging as the team shifts focus towards preparations for next year’s Olympic qualifiers

HYROX KL gets ministry approval after dropping alcohol sponsor

The ministry grants conditional clearance for the December event, with compliance to be monitored throughout

JDT’s packed schedule prompts Cheng Hoe to leave out key players

Cheng Hoe opts for a wider selection ahead of China friendlies, giving newcomers a chance to impress as Malaysia prepare for 2030 World Cup/2032 Asian Cup qualifiers

Lace up for Jom Jalan as National Press Club targets 1,000 walkers

December 13 event features 7km race walking and a 5km fun walk, with discounts for young people and senior citizens

HYROX drops alcohol sponsor after KBS warning

This follows mounting public objections and a stern warning from the Youth and Sports Ministry to not give approval unless the partnership was completely withdrawn

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Malaysian Nazmi a candidate to referee at 2026 football World Cup

National referee Muhammad Nazmi Nasaruddin has been selected as one of the main refereeing candidates for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, scheduled for June 11 to July 19, 2026.

Anwar credits ringgit’s performance over Asian currencies to govt reforms, investor engagement

Malaysia also has manufacturing niches for components few countries can make, says Prime Minister

Cabinet to discuss compensation for sinkhole victim’s family

A proposal to compensate the family of an Indian national woman who fell into a sinkhole on Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur, will be discussed at the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, according to Dr Zaliha Mustafa, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories).